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What wood is used for African carvings?
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What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
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African Wood Sculpture
By Craft and Folk Art Museum
Located in San Francisco, CA
guess 1st quarter of 20th century. It is all wood and depicts what I believe is an African figure. Very
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Vintage 1920s North American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
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Wood
$1,400
Midcentury African Hand Carved Wood Sculpture of Maria with Child
By Par Makengo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury African wood sculpture wonderfully hand carved depiction of the Virgin Mary with Child
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Mid-20th Century Congolese Folk Art Religious Items
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Wood
Large Wood African Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Great African Ebony Sculpture
Totem pole of figures
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20th Century African Sculptures
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Wood
Large Ebony Wood African Sculpture
Located in Brea, CA
Large ebony wood African sculpture.
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Mid-20th Century African Arts and Crafts Abstract Sculptures
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Wood
African Hand Carved Wood Head Bust Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
Nicely carved.
A good eye-catching accent piece.
Dimensions: 8.25" high, 5" wide, 7" deep.
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20th Century African Sculptures and Carvings
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Wood
Large 18'' Ebony Wood African Families Tree Sculpture
Located in Brea, CA
Large ebony wood African families tree sculpture. Measure: 18".
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20th Century African Arts and Crafts Abstract Sculptures
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